Computer Science
A-level
Computer Systems Engineering: ABB – BBC (320 – 280 points) from two or three A-level subjects which must include A-level Mathematics.
Computer Science with Computer Vision and Computer Graphics: AAB-BBB from three A-level subjects including Mathematics.
Computer Science; Computer Science with Knowledge & Information Systems; Information Systems: AAB – BBB from three A-level subjects.
Computer Science with Distributed and Mobile Systems: AAB-BBB which must include a subject involving mathematical content to AS standard.
Joint Honours Computing and Mathematics: ABB (320 points) to include Mathematics or Pure Mathematics.
AS
Two AS subjects may be considered in lieu of a third A-level.
Joint Honours Computing and Mathematics: Two AS subjects may be considered in lieu of a third A-level except as a substitute for Mathematics.
IRL
Computer Systems Engineering: AABBBB at Higher Level with A in Mathematics.
Computer Science with Computer Vision and Computer Graphics; Computer Science with Distributed and Mobile Systems; Joint Honours Computing and Mathematics: AAABBB.
Computer Science; Computer Science with Knowledge & Information Systems; Information Systems: AAABBB at Higher Level.
IB
Computer Systems Engineering: Obtain Diploma with an overall score of 32 points with a 5/6 in Mathematics at Higher Level. Computer Science with Computer Vision and Computer Graphics: Obtain Diploma with an overall score of 33 points with a 5/6 in Mathematics at Higher Level.
Computer Science; Computer Science with Knowledge & Information Systems; Information Systems; Computer Science with Distributed and Mobile Systems: Obtain Diploma with an overall score of 33 points.
Joint Honours Computing and Mathematics: Obtain Diploma with an overall score of 33 points with a minimum of 6 in Higher Level Mathematics.
EB
Computer Systems Engineering; Computer Science with Computer Vision and Computer Graphics: Obtain Diploma with an average of 7.7 with 7.0 in Mathematics.
Computer Science; Computer Science with Knowledge & Information Systems; Information Systems; Computer Science with Distributed and Mobile Systems: Obtain Diploma with an average of 7.7.
Joint Honours Computing and Mathematics: Obtain Diploma with an average of 7.7 with 8.0 in Mathematics.
BTEC
Computer Systems Engineering: National Diploma in Engineering. Distinction, Distinction, Distinction.
Computer Science with Computer Vision and Computer Graphics: National Diploma in Engineering. Distinction, Distinction, Merit.
Computer Science; Computer Science with Knowledge & Information Systems; Information Systems: National Diploma. Distinction, Distinction, Merit.
Computer Science with Distributed and Mobile Systems: National Diploma in Science or Engineering. Distinction, Distinction, Merit.
Joint Honours Computing and Mathematics: Each applicant will be considered on his/her merit.
Vocational A-levels
Computer Systems Engineering; Computer Science; Computer Science with Knowledge & Information Systems; Information Systems; Computer Science with Distributed and Mobile Systems: A mixture of A-level/AS and Vocational A-levels is acceptable.
Computer Science with Computer Vision and Computer Graphics: A mixture of A-level/AS and Vocational A-levels is acceptable but must include Mathematics.
Joint Honours Computing and Mathematics: 6 and 12 unit vocational A-levels are acceptable as part of a combination of qualifications. Applicants must also have attained a grade A in A-level Mathematics.
Welsh Baccalaureate
Computer Systems Engineering: A pass in the Core plus 2 A-level passes at grades BC which must include Mathematics. Computer Science with Computer Vision and Computer Graphics: A pass in the core plus 2 A-level passes at grade B or higher which must include Mathematics.
Computer Science; Computer Science with Knowledge & Information Systems; Information Systems: A pass in the Core plus 2 A-level passes at grade B or higher.
Computer Science with Distributed and Mobile Systems: A pass in the Core plus 1 A-level pass and 2 AS-level passes which must include Mathematics.
Joint Honours Computing and Mathematics: Acceptable as 120 points with an A in A-level Mathematics and a B in another A-level subject.
Scottish Higher
Computer Systems Engineering: AAABB with A in Mathematics.
Computer Science with Computer Vision and Computer Graphics; Computer Science; Computer Science with Knowledge & Information Systems; Information Systems; Computer Science with Distributed and Mobile Systems: AAABB
Joint Honours Computing and Mathematics: AAABB with an A in Mathematics.
Key Skills
Evidence of competence in key skills is welcomed, although success in the Key Skills qualification forms no part of the School’s formal entry requirements.
Interviewing Policy
All applicants are invited to visit the School, see the laboratories and talk to members of staff and students.
Other
Applications from those offering alternative/vocational/overseas qualifications (e.g. Access, Vocational A-level) are welcome as are those who may have combinations of qualifications or other relevant work/life experience.
Available Places
Cardiff School of Computer Science: 130